Lou was born in Bellflower, CA to James and Laverne Coleman on Feb. 11, 1940. She earned her Bachelor's Degree in Nursing from California State University Northridge. She worked as a nurse for over 30 years.

Lou is survived by her loving husband, Marshall of 49 years, Children; Ed Sullivan of Concord, Ca; James Sullivan of Lancaster, Ca; Cindy Tognazzini of Agua Dulce, Ca and grandchildren Hunter and Cody Tognazzini.

Lou enjoyed all kinds of crafts and served as the Canyon Coyotes 4-H arts and crafts leader for several years and was very active crafter and parishioner with St. Mary's Catholic Church. Lou had a zest for life, and a love to serve and help others. She will be greatly missed.

Visitation will be held at Eternal Valley, Newhall, Ca on Feb 8th at 4-8pn. Funeral Services will be held at St. Mary's Catholic Church, Palmdale, Ca at 10am. Burial will follow at Eternal Valley. A reception will follow at the Acton Library, Acton, Ca